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SUMMER 2019 ACTIVITY
GUIDE
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www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation
ABOUT THE COVER
We are pleased to honor Siula Hendrickson-Sperry,
Eloise Love and Asha Dreher for their artwork
depicting their interpretation of this year’s activity guide
cover theme “Summer Fun in the Berkeley Sun!”
FEATURED ARTIST FIRST PLACE:
Siula Hendrickson-Sperry
2nd Grade, Malcolm X Elementary School
HONORABLE MENTION:
Eloise Love
2nd Grade
Asha Dreher
2nd Grade
MUSIC in the PARK 2019
Roses COMMUNITY
KIDCHELLA in
Join us for some outdoor excitement
at this summer music concert series
Bloom
CONCERTS
From Big Band to Blue Grass
with amazing kids performers and
fun, family-friendly activities. to Hip Hop to Blues...we’ve got
JAZZ SERIES AT THE music for everyone’s taste!
— ALL AGES — ROSE GARDEN
Saturday, June 8 | 3pm Saturday, May 11 | 11am Saturday, July 27 | Noon
Willard Park Mother’s Day Event—Hats & High Tea Big Band—Civic Center Park
Purple Fox and the Heebie Jeebies
Sunday, May 19 | 3pm Sunday, August 10 | Noon
Saturday, June 22 | 3pm Rose Garden Saturday Blues—Ohlone Park
Live Oak Park
Sunday, May 26 | 3pm Sunday, September 21 | 1pm
Asheba
Rose Garden Hip Hop—Grove Park
Saturday, July 6 | 3pm
Sunday, June 2 | 3pm Saturday, October 5 | 11am
San Pablo Park
Rose Garden Harvest Festival—Cedar Rose Park
Andy Z
2 City of Berkeley | Summer 2019
How to Reach us
CUSTOMER SERVICE HUBS RECREATION STAFF RECREATION STAFF
Office Hours Denise Brown Vacant
Brian Legaspi
Recreation Customer Service Hub Recreation & Youth Services Manager Assistant Recreation Coordinator
Assistant Recreation Coordinator
dbrown@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6707 Berkeley Day Camp, Willard Clubhouse
Office Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm* Teen Program, Volunteer Program
recreation@cityofberkeley.info | 981-5144
*Closed 2nd Friday of each month due to reduced Kim LeMay blegaspi@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6674
service days. Recreation Program Supervisor Brian Legaspi
Wayne Munson
Assistant Recreation Coordinator
Willard Location: Community Centers, Marina Programs, Special AdultProgram,
Sports Special Events
Events, Teens, Therapeutic Recreation, Pre-K/Tots Teen
2701 Telegraph Ave. wmunson@cityofberkeley.info| |981-6674
blegaspi@cityofberkeley.info 981-5152
Berkeley, CA 94705 klemay@cityofberkeley.info | 981-5147
981-5150 Craig Veramay Loren Rasmussen
Recreation Program Supervisor Assistant Recreation Coordinator
Echo Lake Camp, Tuolumne Camp, Berkeley Day Shorebird Park Nature Center, Adventure Playground
Camp, Willard Clubhouse lrasmussen@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6724
IMPORTANT DATES cveramay@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6717 Vacant
Assistant Recreation Coordinator
City offices are closed on the Steph Chu Youth Sports, Skate Park
following holidays: Recreation Program Supervisor recreation@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6692
Youth/Adult Sports, Fee Classes, Skate Park,
May 20 Malcolm X’s Birthday Tennis, Field Scheduling, Live Oak Community Wayne Munson
(observed) Center, Aquatics Adult Sports
schu@cityofberkeley.info | 981-5146 wmunson@cityofberkeley.info | 981-5152
May 27 Memorial Day
July 4 Independence Day Tabatha Schoonover
Sept 2 Labor Day Recreation Coordinator FACILITIES
Frances Albrier Community Center, Pre-K/Tots
tschoonover@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6641 Frances Albrier Community Center
Daniel Robles 2800 Park Street | 981-6640
TABLE OF CONTENTS Recreation Coordinator
Adult Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Live Oak Community Center
Live Oak Community Center, Skate Park, Youth
Aging Services Division. . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 1301 Shattuck Avenue | 981-6690
Sports, Field Scheduling
Aquatics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-33 drobles@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6691 James Kenney Community Center
King Pool Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 1720 8th Street | 981-6650
Red Cross Learn to Swim . . . . . 31-32 Ginsi Bryant
Recreation Coordinator MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/
West Campus Schedule . . . . . . . . . 33
MLK Jr. Youth Services Center, Youth Commission, Young Adult Project (YAP)
Berkeley Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Justice In Action, Summer Lunch Program 1730 Oregon Street | 981-6670
Berkeley Marina. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 gbryant@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6671
Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
Douglas ‘DC’ Pompey Willard Clubhouse
Berkeley Day Camp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Echo Lake Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Camp Manager 2720 Hillegass Avenue | 981-6730
Specialty Camps. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-14 Echo Lake Camp
King Pool
Sports Camps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16 dpompey@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6642
1700 Hopkins Street | 981-5105
Summer Camps Schedule . . . . 26-27 Vacant
Summer Fun Camps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Recreation Coordinator West Campus Pool
Capital Improvements. . . . . . . . . . . 23-25 James Kenney Community Center, Therapeutic 2100 Browning Street | 981-5125
Drop-in Activities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Recreation, Volunteer Program Shorebird Park Nature Center &
Marina Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 recreation@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6651
Adventure Playground
Parks Division. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Playground Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Anthony DeCicco 160 University Avenue | 981-6720
Recreation Coordinator
Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Berkeley Skate Park
Shorebird Park Nature Center, Adventure
How to Register . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Playground 777 Harrison Street | 526-5415
Scholarships. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-46 adecicco@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6721
Special Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5, 10, 48
Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-40 Akil Danjuma SENIOR CENTERS
Youth Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-38 Assistant Recreation Coordinator
Adult Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-40 Therapeutic Recreation, Volunteers, James Kenney North Berkeley Senior Center
Summer Lunch Programs. . . . . . . . . . . .6 Community Center
1901 Hearst Avenue | 981-5190
Teens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21 adanjuma@cityofberkeley.info | 981-6656
Therapeutic Recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Vacant South Berkeley Senior Center
Tots & Pre-K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Aquatics Coordinator 2939 Ellis Street | 981-5170
Volunteer Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 King Pool, West Campus Pool
West Berkeley Service Center
recreation@cityofberkeley.info | 981-5105
1900 Sixth Street | 981-5180
Take a look at our Summer Fun camps on pages 7-8 and 21-26!
Tel: 510.981.5150 | Email: recreation@cityofberkeley.info | Website: www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation 3
Special Events
MAY Community Yard Sale and JUNE
Craft Fair | ALL AGES
FREE It’s time for spring cleaning! Get ready for Bill & Celina Rose 3-on-3
Cinco De Mayo summer by cleaning out your closets and Youth Basketball Tournament
Celebration | ALL AGES garages and join with neighbors for our AGES 8-18 (MINI SKILLS CLINIC AGES 5-7)
Come celebrate Cinco De Mayo with us and largest community yard sale ever! One table, Join us at San Pablo Park for a fun-filled
enjoy delicious Mexican foods, a piñata, and two chairs and space will be provided for all day of basketball! All teams are guaranteed
live performances by our Performing Arts participants registered to sell your previously at least 2 games (pool play in the morning
after school participants. A great time will be used items. Pre-registration is required. and elimination games in the afternoon).
had by all! Registration deadline: May 9, 2019. Setup There will be a mini skills clinic provided for
Location: Frances Albrier Auditorium begins at 9:30am. For more information call youth, ages 5-7, during lunch! Pre-register
Date Day Time Fee
981-6651. Register online! online or at the Recreation Hub office by
May 3 F 4:00pm-5:00pm Free Location: James Kenney Outdoor Courts May 30th. Registration is also available
Code Date Day Time Fee (res/non) on-site (on a first-come, first-served basis).
19489 May 11 Sa 11am–3pm $15/$18
All participants must have a completed
FREE
Happy Good Time: A Fun registration form with parent signature to
per space
participate. For more information, call 981-
and Safe Skateboarding Event 6692
ALL AGES FREE Family Game Night
A free introduction for skaters and parents. Location: San Pablo Park Basketball Courts
Parents are encouraged to participate ALL AGES Code Date Day Time Fee (res/non)
(ages 7 and under must be accompanied Bring your family, friends, favorite board 19463 Jun 1 Sa 9am-5pm Free/$5
by a guardian). Food, music and prizes! games and prepare to have a great time!
*Participants must wear a helmet. (Knee Join neighbors from the community for some
friendly competition. Whether you enjoy old FREE Friday Night Splash!
pads and elbow pads recommended.) Call
981-5150 for more information. Register favorites like Candyland, Monopoly, and
Scrabble or if you prefer games like Apples Pool Party | GRADES 6-8
online, at the Recreation Hub office, or at Enjoy swimming under the stars, dancing
the event. to Apples and Catch-Phrase, all games are
welcome. Light food and refreshments will and enjoying the music. Snacks will be
Location: Skate Park be provided. Children must be accompanied provided. Must be a Berkeley summer camp
Code Date Day Time Fee by an adult. Call 981-5144 for more info. participant or attend BUSD. Bring your swim
19617 May 4 Sa 10:00am-3:00pm Free wear, towel and BUSD I.D. Call 981-6671.
Location: Willard Clubhouse Register online or day of the event.
Date Day Time Fee
Location: West Campus Pool
May 10 F 6:00pm-8:00pm Free
Code Date Day Time Fee
62119 Jun 21 F 6:00pm-9:00pm Free
AGES 6-17
REG FREE! ALL
12th ANNUAL ONLINE AGES
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ANNUAL
COMMUNITY
THU,
JUNE 27
9:00AM GROVE
TO 4PM PARK
This swim, bike and running event is held on a completely off-street course. All
participants receive a race t-shirt, a goodie bag and a participation medal. The
JOIN US for activities for youth and teens
fastest three boys and girls in each age group will receive trophies. including waterslides, giant inflatables, wall
Call 981-5150 for more information. Entry deadline: May 1st. Register online. climbing, great food (catered by
Fuddruckers), petting zoo, Tot
Zone, Sports Zone & more!
Saturday, May 11 | 8am–12pm Call 981-6671 for
$35 • King Pool more info.
Boys: #19637 | Girls: #19643
Ages 10 and under must be accompanied by adult
4 City of Berkeley | Summer 2019
Special Events
JUNE FREE
MUSIC in the PARK 2019 Stop the Violence Block
King Carnival | ALL AGES Party—National Night Out
Fun for the whole family! Activities include ROSES IN BLOOM ALL AGES
JAZZ SERIES AT THE ROSE GARDEN
carnival games, water activities and BBQ. This community event is
May 11 | Mother’s Day Event
Bring your swimsuit and towel. Don’t miss it! designed to promote
Hats and High Tea | 11AM
Contact 981-5105 to sign up. and encourage
May 19 | Rose Garden | 3PM South Berkeley
Location: King Pool
May 26 | Rose Garden | 3PM residents to come
Date Day Time Fee
Jun 2 | Rose Garden | 3PM together as a sup-
Jun 29 Sa 1:30pm-3:30pm $3—Youth/Senior/
portive community
Disabled; $6—Adult
KIDCHELLA to focus on youth and
Jun 8 | Willard Park | 3PM families in the neighborhood. It allows
Jun 22 | Live Oak Park | 3PM Berkeley teens to address their concerns
JULY about violence through dance, music, and
Jul 6 | San Pablo Park | 3PM
public performance. This event will feature
FREE Derby Day | ALL AGES COMMUNITY CONCERTS live entertainment, information booths,
jumpers, face painting and food. This event
Don’t miss our annual cardboard boat races Jul 27 | Big Band
Civic Center Park | 12PM is presented in partnership with McGee Ave.
and other fun activities. Watch and cheer on
Aug 10 | Saturday Blues Baptist Church. Call 981-6674 for more
your favorite boats, created by youth from
Ohlone Park | 12PM information.
local community centers and playground
programs. There will be fast, creative and Sep 21 | Hip Hop/Back to School Location: McGee Ave., between Oregon & Stuart Sts.
highly decorated boats, sure to entertain! Grove Park | 1PM Date Day Time Fee
Location: West Campus Pool Oct 5 | Harvest Festival Aug 6 Tu 3:00pm-7:00pm Free
Cedar Rose Park | 11AM
Date DaySaturday,
Time June 30 Fee
Jul 19 F 1:00pm-3:00pm Free
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San Pablo Park The LE M| STRAWBERRY CREEK
Date Day Time Fee 7:45P
Aug 1 Th 10:00am-2:00pm Free
For more details see back cover of this guide
www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation
Tel: 510.981.5150 | Email: recreation@cityofberkeley.info | Website: www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation 5
Playground Program | Summer Lunch Program
AGES
Playground Are your kids getting restless? Do they need some summer-time play-
ground fun (and do you need a break)? This is the right program for you!
5-12 Program Participants will enjoy activities such as games, arts and crafts, sports, and
making new friends, all while being supervised by trained City of Berkeley
staff. Program start times may vary on City-wide special event dates.
Families will receive notice of this ahead of time.
*Low income families have priority registration prior to June 1.
Families must provide proof of low income status to register prior to June 1.
Register in-person at MLK/YAP (1730 Oregon Street) or at a Recreation
Hub office during regular office hours prior to June 1. After June 1, online
registration will be available for this program.
Dates: Jun 17-Aug 2 Day: M-F Fee Per Week (res/non): $5/$10
Session Dates Session Dates Session Dates
Session 1: Jun 17-21 Session 2: Jun 24-28 Session 3: Jul 1-5*
Session 4: Jul 8-12 Session 5: Jul 15-19 Session 6: Jul 22-26
Session 7: Jul 29-Aug 2
*No program Jul 4.
Locations subject to adjustment (addition/deletion) prior to start of Summer. Please verify with
staff prior to registration.
Malcolm X Elementary Grove Park Longfellow Middle School
1731 Prince Street 1730 Oregon Street 1500 Derby Street
Min/Max: 20/60 Min/Max: 15/40 Min/Max: 20/60
Time: 11am-5pm Time: 10am-4pm Time: 11am-5pm
*Please check the City website (www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation) as program sites may be added or changed before summer.
For more information, please call 981-6674.
Sites will be open Jun 17–Aug 23
All sites will be open Monday–Friday*
Please check our website (www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation)
or call for updated information.
Locations: (may be subject to change)
West Campus Pool Strawberry Creek (BYA) Berkeley Skate Park
2100 Browning Street 1255 Allston Way, 777 Harrison Street
Berkeley, CA 94702 Berkeley CA 94707 Berkeley, CA 94710
Jul 8–Aug 23
James Kenney Community Center Longfellow Middle School
FREE SUMMER LUNCH FOR BERKELEY YOUTH
1720 8th Street 1500 Derby Street
Berkeley, CA 94710 Berkeley, CA 94703
The California Department of Education Summer Food
Program provides free meals to youth, ages 18 and In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture
under, at various locations in the City of Berkeley. The policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis
Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Department super- of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
vises these sites. Since school meals are not available To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of
during summer vacation, children can rely on the Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC
Summer Food Program to provide nutritious food that 20250-9410 or call (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are
will assist them to grow to their full potential. All of the hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA
City of Berkeley Summer Food sites offer recreational through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339, or (800)
activities. 845-6136 (Spanish).
Lunch time: 11:30am-1:00pm
Snack time: 2:30pm-4:00pm For more information regarding the City of Berkeley
*No program on July 4 Summer Lunch Program, call 981-6671.
6 City of Berkeley | Summer 2019
Summer Fun Camps
Summer Fun Camps at Community Centers
Major field trips may require additional fees.
Scholarship available for qualified Berkeley residents. Apply early. Register Online NOW
CORE PROGRAMS EXTENDED CARE
Dates Days Time Fee (res/non) Dates Days Time Fee (res/non)
Jun 17-Aug 9* M-F 9:00am-3:00pm $101/$121 per week AM Care M-F 8:00am-9:00am $10/$12 per week
*No camp Jul 4. Prorated fee ($81/$97) PM Care M-F 3:00pm-6:00pm $30/$36 per week
*No camp Jul 4. Prorated fees (AM Care: $8/$10; PM Care: $24/$29)
Arts Discovery Camp | AGES 5-12
Location: Frances Albrier Community Center, 2800 Park Street
Arts Discovery Camp offers a unique and enriching program, exposing children to new learning experiences through the arts.
Campers will engage in dance, theater, public speaking, culinary projects and nature exploration. They will also participate in a
variety of creative games, sports, crafts, mini trips, weekly swimming days and field trips. For more information, call 981-6640.
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8
Dates Jun 17-21 Jun 24-28 Jul 1-5* Jul 8-12 Jul 15-19 Jul 22-26 Jul 29-Aug 2 Aug 5-9
Theme Game of Themes Spirit Week Mad Science Myth Busters Nature Iron Chef Go For the Take It To The
Unleashed Gold Stage
Core Program 19866 19867 19868 19869 19870 19871 19872 19873
AM Extended 19874 19875 19876 19877 19878 19879 19880 19881
PM Extended 19882 19883 19884 19885 19886 19887 19888 19889
Explorers Camp: Passport to Fun | AGES 5-12
Location: James Kenney Community Center, 1720 – 8th Street
Calling all Explorers! Prepare for a summer full of adventure! Enter into a world of imagination and exploration as we learn about science,
nature, animals and so much more! Throughout the summer, we will be taking adventurous field trips, creating imaginative art, attending
community events and participating in fun and active sports and game challenges. To beat the heat, we will be walking once a week to the
West Campus Pool to enjoy an afternoon of swimming and water splashing fun. For more information, call 981-6650.
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8
Dates Jun 17-21 Jun 24-28 Jul 1-5* Jul 8-12 Jul 15-19 Jul 22-26 Jul 29-Aug 2 Aug 5-9
Theme School’s Out Spirit All About Explorers Got The World Exploring Journey to the Summer Cool
For Summer! Week Animals Talent Around Us Under the Sea Olympics Down
Core Program 20106 20107 20108 20109 20110 20111 20112 20113
AM Extended 20114 20115 20116 20117 20118 20119 20120 20121
PM Extended 20122 20123 20124 20125 20126 20127 20128 20129
Sports and Games Camp | AGES 5-12
Location: Live Oak Community Center, 1301 Shattuck Avenue
Campers will enjoy sessions full of high energy activities featuring instruction and practice in traditional sports such as basketball, soccer and
flag football as well as non-traditional sports and new group games that build teamwork and sportsmanship. to add to the fun, campers will
participate in arts and crafts, nature hikes, swimming, and field trips. For more information, call 981-6690.
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 R
Dates Jun 17-21 Jun 24-28 Jul 1-5* Jul 8-12 Jul 15-19 AG E 15 FO
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Theme Let the Summer Animal Mascots All for One, Team Spirit Wide World
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Fun Begin! in Nature One for All of Sports
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Core Program 20957 20960 20963 20966 20969 SU
AM Extended 20958 20961 20964 20967 20970
PM Extended 20959 20962 20965 20968 20971
Tel: 510.981.5150 | Email: recreation@cityofberkeley.info | Website: www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation 7
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Swim Cam
A fun-filled summer vacation awaits you and your family at Berkeley Echo Lake Camp! Just 15-minutes from the south shores of Lake
Tahoe and a short walk to Echo Lake, you’ll enjoy beautiful alpine views, rustic tent cabin accommodations, and fantastic on-site and
nearby recreation! Whether you want to sit back, relax, and read a book in the Green Chair Circle while our staff cook and clean for you
and your family, or you want a more active family adventure complete with world class hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail, canoeing, nature
activities, arts and crafts, sporting events, and special evening activities, Echo Lake Camp truly offers something for everyone. A variety of
programs are offered for all ages, and campers will enjoy our heated swimming pool, on-site childcare (Kiddie Kamp), archery, sports and
games, an adult Artist In Residence program, and more! Join us for a fun filled Summer 2019!
Family Camp at Echo Lake | ALL AGES 50+ Camps | AGES 50+
Our full-service Camp experience offers fun for all ages! Let us plan A great opportunity to enjoy Camp with other adults! Don’t let the
all of the fun recreation activities, cook, and clean so you can focus name fool you, the age of 50 is more a recommendation than a rule.
on having a beautiful vacation in the High Sierra with your family! High Come spend a weekend or the full week hiking, reading, singing,
quality meals, great programs, a beautiful environment, and a truly eating great food, and making new friends.
wonderful community of Berkeley campers await you and your family! Session Date Fees Per Session (res/non)
Ages Adult Youth (7-14) Child (3-6) Under 3 #1 Aug 23 (Dinner)–26 (Lunch) $183/$201
Fee per day (res/non) $98/$108 $65/$72 $49/$54 Free #2 Aug 26 (Dinner)–30—FULL—
(Lunch) $229/$252
Program Dates
Tuesday, Jun 18 (Lunch)–Sunday, Jul 21 (Breakfast) Work Weekends | AGES 13+ (With Adult Supervision)
Friday, Jul 26 (Dinner)–Sunday, Jul 28 (Lunch) This FREE program is a volunteer opportunity to assist with important
Friday, Aug 16 (Dinner)–Sunday, Aug 18 (Lunch) pre-season tasks to open Camp. Whether you are a veteran Echo
Lake Camper or this is your first Camp experience, Campers will enjoy
Youth Camp —FULL— | AGES 7-14 free meals and lodging in exchange for their volunteer efforts to
General enrollment is full, but 50% and 100% Fee Waivers Still Avail- complete tasks such as cleaning cabins, installing tents, trail main-
able for all sessions! Contact the Recreation Administration office tenance, painting, cleaning, and pre-season fix-it projects. For more
at (510) 981-5140 for more information. Youth will enjoy a fun filled information, e-mail camps@cityofberkeley.info Register online!
week of resident camp. Imagine it—a week in the high alpine with a Code: 20076 Session Dates: Jun 7–9 Fee/Session: Free
cabin of friends, great counselors and staff, hiking, campfires, s’mores,
and more! Round-Trip Bus Transportation included. Artist In Residence & Guest Chef Programs
AGES 18+
Counselor-In-Training (CIT) | AGES 15-16 Come share your artistic skill at Camp to receive a discounted rate
Online Registration for our CIT programs is open to both Berkeley and bring joy to our Campers experience! Whether you are an art
residents and non-residents on a first come first served basis. This teacher, yoga instructor, professional chef, or camp craft hobby
program provides valuable hands-on experience for campers ages 15 enthusiast, we welcome talented individuals of all backgrounds to
- 16. CIT’s will be given an insider’s view of what it’s like to work and apply for our Artist In Residence or Guest Chef programs. AIR’s stay
live at Echo Lake Camp, work with each other and camp staff, and at Camp free of charge, and their guests receive a 50% fee reduction
learn about the natural environment of the area. for one 3-night stay at Camp. Visit the Echo Lake Camp website or
Boys Girls Session Date Transportation Fee (res/non) contact camps@cityofberkeley.info Applications are currently being
Code Code Name accepted!
20079 20088 CIT #1 Family Jun 15–22 Not Included $258/$284
20080 20089 CIT #2 Family Jun 22–29 Not Included $258/$284
20081 20090 CIT #3 Family Jun 29–July 6 Not Included $258/$284
20082 20091 CIT #4 Family Jul 6–13 Not Included $258/$284
20083 20092 CIT #5 Family—FULL—
Jul 13–20 Not Included $258/$284
20084 20093 CIT #6 Youth —FULL—
Jul 29–Aug 2 Provided $250/$275 REGISTER ONLINE!
20085 20094 CIT #7 Youth Aug 5–9 Provided $250/$275 City of Berkeley Recreation Division
20086 20095 CIT #8 Youth Aug 12–16 Provided $250/$275 www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation
20078 20087 CIT #9 Youth Aug 19–23 Provided $250/$275 PHONE: (510) 981. 5140
EMAIL: camps@cityofberkeley.info
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BERKELEY DAY CAMP!
REGISTER
ONLINE!
Berkeley Day Camp | AGES 5-13 Counselors-In-
A summers worth of activities in every week! Berkeley Day Camp is packed
full of adventure, hiking, and fun outdoor experiences. With a new schedule of
Training (CIT)
activities, day campers visit Tilden Park and Berkeley Marina where they enjoy AGES 14-15
canoeing in the bay, hiking, swimming, and arts and crafts like tie-dye and Teens will have the opportunity
candle making. Campers will love playing sports and field games, learning to experience what being a
basic outdoor cooking principals, and participate in a different special event summer camp counselor is all
each week. about! Day Camp CITs will work
Description Day Times Min/Max Fee (res/non) with campers and staff while learning
Core Program M-F 9:00am-3:30pm 120/160 $174/$209 valuable workplace skills and experience.
CIT’s will participate in the planning and facilitation of
AM Extended* M-F 7:30am-9:00am 12/45 $44/$53
a variety of summer fun activities including sports, field
PM Extended* M-F 3:30pm-6:00pm 12/45 $69/$83
games and art projects. Teens will build self-esteem,
*AM and PM Extended Care will be at Willard Clubhouse, 2720 Hillegass.
learn leadership skills and receive valuable job training,
Session Date Theme Core AM PM
all while having fun. No extended care available.
Session 1 Jun 17-21 Wacky Wild 19947 19904 19930
Time: 9:00am-3:30pm daily
Session 2 Jun 24-28 S.T.E.A.M. 19949 19906 19932
Session 3 Jul 1-5* Boat Trip to Angel Island 19951 19908 19934 Code Session Date Day Fee (res/non)
Session 4 Jul 8-12 Summer Halloween 19953 19910 19936 19921 Session 1 Jun 17-28 M-F $194/$232
Session 5 Jul 15-19 Sleuths and Solutions 19955 19912 19938 19923 Session 2 Jul 1-12** M-F $194/$232
Session 6 Jul 22-26 Showtime! 19957 19914 19940 19925 Session 3 Jul 15-26 M-F $194/$232
Session 7 Jul 29-Aug 2 Natural World 19959 19916 19942 19927 Session 4 Jul 29-Aug 9 M-F $194/$232
Session 8 Aug 5-9 Olympics 19961 19918 19944 19929 Session 5* Aug 12-15 M-F $97/$162
Session 9 Aug 12-16 Best of BDC 19963 19920 19946
*One-week session (fees are prorated). You must enroll in one of
*No Core, AM, or PM Extended Care available on Jul 4. the previous 2-week sessions to register for Session 5.
Morning/Afternoon Clubhouse (2720 Hillegass in Willard Park) for **No program Jul 4.
Clubhouse AM/PM participants only.
Supervised Transportation Provided
Supervised transportation to and from program location for campers and C.I.Ts provided. Parents
must be at bus stop at 9:00am to sign in children and between 3:15- 3:30pm to pick up children.
Drop-off/Pickup Locations:
• Northwest (Cedar Rose Park, on Rose between Juanita Way & Chestnut)
• Central (McKinley & Bancroft near Washington Elementary)
Extended • Southeast (Corner of Hillegass & Derby)
Care
Available! REGISTER ONLINE! www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation 9
510. 981. 5140 • EMAIL: camps@cityofberkeley.info
ROSES IN BLOOM KIDCHELLA COMMUNITY CONCERTS
JAZZ SERIES: JUN 8, JUN 22, & JULY 6 JUL 27, AUG 10, SEP 21 & OCT 5
AT ROSE GARDEN
MAY 11, MAY 19, MAY 26, & JUN 2
SEE PAGE 2 FOR TIMES AND LOCATIONS
H A RV E ST
—Festival—
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5
11AM-4PM|CEDAR ROSE PARK
PARKS, RECREATION
& WATERFRONT
10 City of Berkeley | Summer 2019Specialty Camps
Summer 2019 Music Camps AT LONGFELLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL
Register NOW for the following camps: 1500 DERBY ST., BERKELEY 94703
BMuZ Band Camp | GRADES 6-9 BMuZ Fiddle Camp | GRADES 6-9
Bring all your friends, and make new ones as well. We will Reels and Jigs are on the menu for BMuZ Fiddle Camp this
work together on sight reading, creating a beautiful group year! Come learn some new tunes on the fiddle, or if guitar is
sound, locking in intonation, articulating with expression, and your instrument, learn how to accompany the tunes in style.
playing together as an ensemble. Activities include group Code Date Day Time Fee
warm-ups, all band rehearsals, sectionals, music games, and 19989 Jun 17-21 M-F 1:00pm-4:30pm $220
non-musical games. 19988 Jun 17-21 M-F Both Strings & Fiddle Camp* $350
Code Date Day Time Fee *See Strings Camp details.
19967 Jun 17-21 M-F 8:30am-12:00pm $220
19966 Jun 17-21 M-F Both Band & Jazz Camp* $350 BMuZ Guitar Camp | GRADES 6-9
*See Jazz Camp details. Do you already love playing guitar and are ready to go to the
next level? Are you interested in guitar but not sure how to
BMuZ Jazz Camp | GRADES 6-10 get started? This camp is designed to be a fun and intense
Come improve your jazz skills, or try out playing jazz, blues, way to take those steps on your guitar journey. Students
funk, and Latin music for the first time. Work on creating will be put into groups from beginner to advanced. Activities
grooves, improvising, sight reading, and playing with good include strumming pattern games, ear training, finger picking
sound quality and group awareness. Activities include big exercises, scale work, and group and/or solo performances.
bands, group warm-ups, improvisation workshops, sectional Code Date Day Time Fee
rehearsals, listening sessions, music and non-musical games. 19990 Jun 24-28 M-F 8:30am-12:00pm $220
Code Date Day Time Fee
19968 Jun 17-21 M-F 1:00pm-4:30pm $220 New! BMuV—Dance! | GRADES 5-9
19966 Jun 17-21 M-F Both Band & Jazz Camp* $350 Do you love to dance? Want to try something new? Inter-
*See Band Camp details. ested in learning a smattering of different dance styles?
Come join us for classes taught by BHS dance instructor,
BMuZ Strings Camp | GRADES 6-9 Linda Carr and the Dance Production and African Haitian
Students will play in a large string ensemble as well as in dancers of Berkeley High. This is a welcoming, fun, focused
small chamber groups and musical electives (try a new place to learn some new moves and create dances of your
instrument, fiddle tunes, etc). Focus will be on string playing own. We’ll perform for friends and family on the last day!
technique as well as large/small ensemble skills. Code Date Day Time Fee
Code Date Day Time Fee 19992 Jun 17-21 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm $195
19970 Jun 17-21 M-F 8:30am-12:00pm $220 19993 Jun 17-21 M-F 9:00am-3:00pm $305
19969 Jun 17-21 M-F Both Strings & Jazz Camp* $350
19988 Jun 17-21 M-F Both Strings & Fiddle Camp* $350 All Camps Meet: 5x
*See Jazz/Fiddle Camp details. *Two years playing experience (or approval
from the camp director) is required.
AQUATICS CAMPS REG Aquatics Day Camp | AGES 10-17
ONLINE Each one week day camp session introduces participants
Junior Lifeguard Teen Vocational Camp to competitive swimming, water polo, synchronized swimming, and
AGES 11-14 diving. Participants will explore each sport through daily techniques
Want to know what it takes to be a lifeguard? This American Red and practice sessions and parents will be invited to a performance
Cross program is for you! Participants will receive job readiness on the final day of each camp. Camp is designed for swimmers with
training and a Junior Lifeguard certificate at the end of the program. intermediate or advanced swimming skills. Bring lunch. For more
Register after successful completion of pre-course swim test. (Level information, email schu@cityofberkeley.info. Register online or at the
5 swim skills needed.) For more information, email Steph Chu at Recreation Hub.
schu@cityofberkeley.info
Location: King Pool Meet: 5x
Location: West Campus Pool Meet: 5x Code Date Day Time Min/Max Fee
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Fee 19863 Jul 8-12 M-F 9:00am-3:00pm 6/12 $249
20185 Jul 15-19 M-F 10:00am-4:00pm 6/10 $110 19864 Jul 22-26 M-F 9:00am-3:00pm 6/12 $249
20186 Jul 29-Aug 2 M-F 10:00am-4:00pm 6/10 $110 19865 Aug 5-9 M-F 9:00am-3:00pm 6/12 $249
Tel: 510.981.5150 | Email: recreation@cityofberkeley.info | Website: www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation 11Specialty Camps
PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES
Bash ‘Em Bots using
LEGO® | AGES 8-13
Have you ever wanted to learn
how to make a massive motorized
LEGO machine? Our Play Well
Engineering instructors guide students in
this advanced Play-Well engineering course, as
they re-engineer standard LEGO vehicles into mechanized
machines that can traverse challenging obstacles, battle against
fellow bots, and take on Play-Well Instructors’ colossal creations.
Location: James Kenney Community Room
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee
19982 Jul 29-Aug 2 M-F 3:00pm-6:00pm 11/24 5x $179
Minecraft Engineering using LEGO® | AGES 6-10
Bring Minecraft to life using tens of thousands of LEGO®! Build
engineer-designed projects such as a motorized Creeper, a portal to
the Nether, and a moving Minecart! Create your favorite Minecraft
objects with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor.
Whether you are new to Minecraft and LEGO or a seasoned veteran, Harry Potter Master Engineering using LEGO®
you’ll be hooked on the endless creative possibilities. AGES 8-13
Master the magic of Harry Potter using LEGO®! Build Diagon Alley
Location: Live Oak Community Center in preparation for your trip to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Wizardry. Hop on your Broomstick and play Quidditch, challenge the
20215 Jul 15-19 M-F 1:30pm-4:30pm 11/24 5x $179 serpentine Basilisk, and face the evil Voldemort. Hone your magical
skills while learning about advanced Muggle (STEM) concepts.
STEM FUNdamentals using LEGO® | AGES 6-10 Location: Frances Albrier Community Center
Level up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee
of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, 20013 Aug 12-16 M-F 1:00pm-4:00pm 11/24 5x $179
engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects
such as: Gear Cars, Castles, Airplanes, and Scissor Lifts. Design and
build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive Robotics using LEGO® WeDo | AGES 6-8
environment. There are no prerequisites for this course. Build and program robots in this introductory Robotics class using
the LEGO WeDo system. Learn basic programming skills, simple
Location: Live Oak Community Center engineering concepts, and the names of robot components. Work
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee in small groups to complete several projects using tilt and motion
20214 Jun 24-28 M-F 1:30pm-4:30pm 11/24 5x $179 sensors.
Location: Frances Albrier Community Center
Harry Potter Magical Engineering using LEGO® Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee
AGES 5-8 20015 Aug 19-23 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 8/18 5x $250
Explore the magic of Harry Potter using LEGO®! Find Platform 9¾,
build Hogwarts Express Train, work cooperatively to construct the
mysterious Hogwarts Castle, and soar on the wings of a Norwegian Robotics using LEGO® Mindstorms EV3
Ridgeback Dragon. Travel to a world of wizardry and hone your magi- AGES 8-13
cal skills while learning about Muggle (STEM) concepts. Build and program robots using the new LEGO Mindstorms EV3
system! Learn about mechanical and software design, loops, con-
Location: Frances Albrier Community Center ditional statements, problem solving, and teamwork skills. Work in
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee small groups, program and build your robot, and rise to the challenge.
19986 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 11/24 5x $179 Control the robot to avoid obstacles, pick up and carry objects, and
play sounds. Projects are structured so that students work in an open-
Spend Time ended, investigative environment while having fun.
in nature Location: Frances Albrier Community Center
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee
This Summer 20044 Aug 19-23 M-F 1:00pm-4:00pm 8/18 5x $250
at Berkeley
Day Camp!
See page 9 for details
12 City of Berkeley | Summer 2019Specialty Camps
TECHSPLOSION.ORG Video Game Design & Command-Line Coding
with Minecraft! | AGES 8-12
Imagine being able to construct a glass dome for your Minecraft
Hunger Games Map or Mob Arena with a single line of code. We’ll
learn to use WorldEdit’s powerful command-line code to make
designing epic maps faster and even more fun. If you’re interested in
coding but don’t know where to start, this is the camp for you!
Location: James Kenney Community Center
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee
Live-Action YouTube Stars! | AGES 7-12 20910 Aug 19-23 M-F 1:00pm-4:00pm 10/12 5x $250
Do you get excited about trick shots, game reviews, vlogs, or
something even cooler? At YouTube Stars, we’ll work together to
plan, film, edit, upload, and promote our own videos on YouTube! CODE TO THE FUTURE
We’ll learn how to use Android smartphones and readily available
software to go from start to finish without using a computer. PARENT
ACTION REQUIRED: Visit techsplosion.org/youtube to configure your
child’s YouTube channel and learn about how we keep your kids safe
online.
Location: James Kenney Community Center
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee
20906 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 10/12 5x $250
Stop-Motion Minecraft Animation! | AGES 5-11
Get ready to use cameras and Minecraft characters to create
amazing stop-motion animation movies! Whether your story is about
fighting the wither, going on an adventure, or building the coolest
pixel art in the overworld, you will have an opportunity to tell it at
Stop-Motion Minecraft Animation! We’ll create real-life sets as we
learn about stop-motion animation (think Wallace and Gromit!), then
film, edit, and upload our creations to YouTube!
Location: James Kenney Community Center Pokémon Game Design | AGES 7-12
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Gotta catch ‘em all! Campers will dive into the exciting world of
20907 Aug 12-16 M-F 1:00pm-4:00pm 10/12 5x $215 computer coding and Pokémon through Scratch, developed at MIT.
Scratch is a block-based application designed to make it simple for
Minecraft Challenge! | AGES 7-12 anyone to learn programming. Throughout the camp, coders create
Spawn into the curious world of Minecraft! Learn the fundamentals Poke projects like their very own Pokedex or a Pokémon Battle game!
of video game design as you create epic worlds with the help of your The possibilities to create are endless!
fellow campers and command-line coding in WorldEdit, make awe- Location: Berkeley Marina Conference Room
some screencasts like your favorite YouTubers, and during free time, Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee
compete in Minecraft Hunger Games, Sky Wars, and more! This is 20020 Aug 19-23 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 12/24 5x $200
the Minecraft summer camp you’ve been waiting for!
Location: James Kenney Community Center Minecraft Modding | AGES 9-14
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Why just play Minecraft when you can create Minecraft? In this camp
20908 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:00am-4:00pm 10/12 5x $425 designed for quick learners or those with some coding experience,
campers will immerse themselves in the language of computers
Minecraft YouTubers: Let’s Play! | AGES 7-12 through Minecraft! Using Java, a professional text-based coding
Learn what it takes to make epic Minecraft videos for YouTube like language, campers will learn to create Minecraft mods like “craft a
TheDiamondMinecart, CaptainSparklez, Stampy, and more! Whether sword out of mushy bananas” or “spawn a flying golden cow!” This
you want to make a “Let’s Play” video, a funny skit, a build battle, or camp helps kids to make the full transition from players to creators
something even cooler, you’ll have the tools and expert help needed and open up a whole new world of Minecraft!
to make your dreams a reality! And all the while we’ll learn about Location: Berkeley Marina Conference Room
internet safety so that when class is over, we can upload your video to Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee
YouTube! 20021 Aug 19-23 M-F 1:00pm-4:00pm 10/12 5x $243
Location: James Kenney Community Center
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee
20909 Aug 19-23 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 10/12 5x $250
Tel: 510.981.5150 | Email: recreation@cityofberkeley.info | Website: www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation 13Specialty Camps
ART in school, academics, and admissions tests. Methods learned will
increase ones test scores, grades, and have positive effects beyond.
The instructor, Bara Sapir, MA, CHt, CNLP is CEO/Founder of City
Draw Cartoons Workshop 2019—Character Test Prep, a bicoastal test prep company and pioneer in the industry.
Creation | AGES 6-11
Learn the basics of cartooning and create your own characters! Each Location: Berkeley Marina Conference Room Meet: 1x
day, students will learn cartooning techniques. Subjects like char- Code Date Day Time Min/Max Fee
acteristics, features, exaggeration, action and personification will 20061 Jun 24 M 10:00am-12:30pm 4/20 $125
contribute to your child’s artistic advancement! Young Rembrandts Location: Live Oak Community Center Meet: 1x
students will immediately apply their new skills in every class to Code Date Day Time Min/Max Fee
create their own original cartoon characters. Sign up today! 20063 Jul 31 W 7:00pm-9:30pm 4/20 $125
20062 Jul 15 M 7:00pm-9:30pm 4/20 $125
Location: James Kenney Community Room Meet: 5x
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Fee (res/non)
19975 Jun 17-21 M-F 3:00pm-5:00pm 8/20 $195/$235
SPECIAL INTEREST
Fundamentals of Drawing and Cartooning! Chess Wizards Camp | AGES 5-11
AGES 6-11
Join us this Summer for tons of challenging chess lessons and
In this class, students learn basic to advanced drawing skills. We
exciting games! Students will improve their chess skills, meet
give students the skills to express their creativity, enhance their
new friends and work out their most powerful muscle—the brain!
drawing abilities, expand image vocabulary words and more. Fresh
Camps include fun team games like Bughouse, recess time, snacks,
new lessons are taught with different components of art in a step-by-
tournaments, puzzles and more!
step methodology. Throughout the weeks your child will explore cre-
ativity at its best in this fun combo class of drawing and cartooning. Location: Berkeley Marina Min/Max: 10/14
Each week will be different lessons, we never repeat any drawings. Code Date Day Time Meet Fee
20046 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm (Half Day) 5x $215
Location: James Kenney July 15-19 | Frances Albrier Aug 19-23
20047 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:00am-3:00pm (Full Day) 5x $350
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Fee (res/non)
19977 Jul 15-19 M-F 3:00pm-5:00pm 8/20 $195/$235
19981 Aug 19-23 M-F 1:00pm-3:00pm 8/20 $195/$235
FREE
Summer Achievers
Young Rembrandts: Colorful Critters Pastel GRADES 6-8
Join our Summer
Workshop | AGES 7-13 Achievers camp this
Animal lovers rejoice; an all-new, all-pastel workshop is here! Stu-
year! This camp is
dents will learn pastel drawing and texturing techniques to illustrate
geared towards mid-
whimsical bees, a fanciful army of frogs, a striking owl and more
dle school students
artistic critters filled with detail. Challenge your creative kids by intro-
only. Campers will
ducing them to the world of pastels, a guaranteed favorite summer
enjoy a daily sched-
tradition for every Young Rembrandts artist. Enroll now!
ule filled with art,
Location: Frances Albrier Art Room Meet: 5x sports and games,
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Fee (res/non) special enrichment
19976 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:30am-12:30pm 8/15 $220/$260 classes (such as
music, dancing and cooking), as well as fun, educational and
Creative Sewing Camp | AGES 6-12 recreational field trips. Campers will also engage with their local
Summer sewing camp for all levels. Students are going to sew a community through various service projects. Program open to
variety of projects tote bags, purses, skirts, bookmarks, pillows, incoming 6th graders to outgoing 8th graders who are Berkeley
ponchos, scarves, and much more. They will learn hand sewing residents or who attend Berkeley schools.
and machine skills by making wonderful projects. Beginning and Must show proof of residency and/or school enrollment. Please
experienced students are able to attend in this camp—no experience register in person at either MLK Jr. Youth Services Center or
needed. All materials included and we will serve a healthy snack. James Kenney Community Center (whichever site you would
Please bring lunch daily. like to attend).
Location: James Kenney Achievers Room Meet: 5x Location: MLK Jr Youth Services Center/YAP
Code Date Day Time Min/Max Fee Date Day Time Fee
19987 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 3/10 $375 Jun 17-Aug 8* M-F 10:00am-4:00pm Free
Location: James Kenney Community Center
Taking the Stress out of Taking Tests | AGES 14-17 Date Day Time Fee
Students often face challenges beyond academics, especially on
high-stakes tests like the SAT and ACT, including time management, Jun 17-Aug 8* M-F 10:00am-4:00pm Free
anxiety, focus, or lacking confidence. Drawing from practical skill *Program ends on Thursday, Aug 8 in preparation for end of summer camping trip.
sets, holistic, and mindful techniques, we’ll reduce test anxiety,
manage stress, increase reading speed, and increase confidence
14 City of Berkeley | Summer 2019Sports Camps
BASKETBALL SKATEBOARDING
Rebound Basketball Academy REG Summer Skate Camp | AGES 7-15
ONLINE Skate Camp is open to all levels of skaters. Participants will
Summer Camp need a quality skateboard, shoes, and helmet (pads recommended).
AGES 5-14 Park will be closed to the public during camp hours. For more infor-
Summer Camps emphasize basketball
mation, please call 981-6692. Bring lunch and snacks. Full day and
skills through fun activities as well as
half day options available. Register online or at the Recreation Hub.
games at the end of the day. Students
should wear appropriate sport cloth- Location: Skate Park, 5th and Harrison Street
ing and bring snacks, water, and Description Day Time Min/Max Fee per session (res/non)
sunscreen. Full Day M-F 9:00am-3:00pm 6/16 $258/$310
Half Day M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 6/16 $195/$234
Location: James Kenney Park, 1720 8th Street Min/Max: 6/24
Code Date Day Time Meet Fee (res/non)
Session Date Full Day Half Day
20039 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 5x $150/$160
Session 1: Jun 17-21 20756 20764
20040 Aug 19-23 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 5x $150/$160
Session 2: Jun 24-28 20757 20765
Session 3: Jul 1-5* 20758 20766
Session 4: Jul 8-12 20759 20767
Session 5: Jul 15-19 20760 20768
REGISTER
Session 6: Jul 22-26 20761 20769
ION : ONLINE!
L OCAT Session 7: Jul 29-Aug 2 20762 20770
NEW! Session 8: Aug 5-9 20763 20771
ARK
NE P Session 9: Aug 12-16 20772 20773
OHLO *No program Jul 4. Session cost is $206/$248 (full day); $156/$187(half day)
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spirited play geared toward different TENNIS
ability levels. Participants will experience up to
four different sports per week, gain self-confidence, and Berkeley National Junior Tennis League Camp
acquire a love of sports to match their interests, all while AGES 5-15
learning the rules and essentials of each sport through Tennis Camp that provides free lunch is open to beginner,
skill-based games and scrimmages, technique development, intermediate, and advanced players. Juniors will work on developing
and fun mini-trips! Register online or at the Recreation Hub. PARKS, RECREATION & the forehand, backhand, volleys, serves, and match play for
WATERFRONT DEPARTMENT
USTA Northern California Section orange and green ball 12 under
Location: Ohlone Park, 1701 Hearst Ave. Time: 9am-3pm Fee: $200/$240 tournaments and Challenger and Open junior tournaments. Register
Session Date Code Session Date Code online or at Recreation office or contact Cheri King, Director of
Session 1 Jun 17-21 20891 Session 5 Jul 15-19 20895 Tennis, at 510-384-7255 or cheri121@aol.com for more information.
Session 2 Jun 24-28 20892 Session 6 Jul 22-26 20896 Location: San Pablo Park Tennis Courts, 2800 Park St. Time 9:00am-1:00pm
Session 3 Jul 1-5* 20893 Session 7 Jul 29-Aug 2 20897 Code Date Day Time Meet Min/Max Fee
Session 4 Jul 8-13 20894 Session 8 Aug 5-9 20898 19971 Jul 1-5* M-F 9:00am-1:00pm 4x 6/20 $160
*No camp Jul 4. Prorated fee ($160/$192) 19972 Jul 8-12 M-F 9:00am-1:00pm 5x 6/20 $200
19973 Jul 15-19 M-F 9:00am-1:00pm 5x 6/20 $200
For more information, call (510) 981-6692 19974 Jul 22-26 M-F 9:00am-1:00pm 5x 6/20 $200
*No program Jul 4.
Tel: 510.981.5150 | Email: recreation@cityofberkeley.info | Website: www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation 15Sports Camps
SOCCER Super Soccer Stars: Kick It Camp | AGES 6-12
Each day’s camp theme will guide participants through engaging
World Cup Goalkeeper Summer Camps | AGES 5-12 activities that will teach soccer skills, build self-confidence, and
These camps emphasize technical and tactical training as well as promote cooperation. Each day will wrap with friendly game play that
coordination and conditioning for Goalkeepers. To ensure proper culminates in a Mini World Cup.
training our coach to player ratio is 1:6 or less. Goalkeeper training Location: James Kenney Park, 1720 8th Street Min/Max: 4/20
runs from 8:30am to 9:30am. Immediately following the Goalkeeper Code Date Day Time Meet Fee (res/non)
training session you have a half day (9:30am-12:30pm) or full day 20042 Jul 22-26 M 9:00am-1:00pm 5x $225/235
(9:30am-3:00pm) camp option to apply your learned skills in game 20045 Aug 5-9 M 9:00am-1:00pm 5x $225/235
situations. Coaches will monitor progress and provide all players
with an evaluation report at the end of camp. Fee includes T-Shirt,
evaluation, and camp memento. For more information, call 408- MULTI-SPORT
354-4949 or visit www.worldcupsoccercamps.com.
Location: San Pablo Park Day: M-F Min/Max: 5/49 Skyhawks Mini-Hawk Multi-Sport Camp | AGES 4-6
8:30-9:30am Fee (res/non): $129/$139 This multi-sport Mini Hawk program, combines
Class Age Jun 24-28 Jul 29-Aug 2 Aug 12-16 baseball, basketball, soccer and track & field;
Goal Keeper 1 7-9 yrs 20012 20016 20018 allowing young athletes to discover a
8:30-9:30am Fee (res/non): $129/139 passion for a variety of sports in one
Class Age Jun 24-28 Jul 29-Aug 2 Aug 12-16 fun-filled setting. Participants explore
Goal Keeper 2 10-13 yrs 20014 20017 20019 balance, body movement,
coordination, self-esteem,
World Cup Soccer Camps & Clinics by Ruedi Graf teamwork, sportsmanship, and sport specific skill development
through a series of fast-paced instructional circuits and games. Our
AGES 5-13 progressive curriculum, modified equipment, and highly trained staff
Since 1991 World Cup Soccer Camps & Clinics has set the standard
provide a safe environment where kids can develop at their own
of excellence for youth soccer camps and classes. Our morning
pace.
sessions are dedicated to technical training and developing skills. Half
days conclude with small-sided games. In the afternoons we work on Location: Live Oak Park (LO)/James Kenney Park (JK) Min/Max: 5/16
tactics and positioning. With a 1 to 10, coach to player ratio, we are Code Date Day Time Meet Fee (res/non)
able to focus on high-quality and individualized training. Your child will 20205 Jun 17-21 (LO) M-F 9:00am-12:30pm 5x $155/$180
be a better player after camp while having a lot of fun. Fee includes 20207 Aug 12-16 (JK) M-F 9:00am-12:30pm 5x $155/$180
T-Shirt, evaluation, and camp memento. AM/PM Extended Care Location: San Pablo Park Min/Max: 5/16
available for $10/hour. For more information, call 408-354-4949 or Code Date Day Time Meet Fee (res/non)
visit www.worldcupsoccercamps.com. 20206 Jul 22-26 M-F 9:00am-12:30pm 5x $155/$180
Location: San Pablo Park Day: M-F Min/Max: 5/49
Half Day: 9:00am-12:30pm Fee (res/non): $219/$229 REG Make Me a Pro Sports Camp | AGES 5-12
ONLINE Make Me A Pro sports is a fun, educational way to play
Class Age Jun 24-28 Jul 29-Aug 2 Aug 12-16
U6-Fussball Academy 5-6 yrs 20849 20851 20853 sports while learning techniques through fun games and drills. This
Classic Skill Camp 7-9 yrs 20000 20002 20004 all-sports program gives kids an opportunity to be exposed to many
Advanced Player’s Camp 10-13 yrs 20006 20008 20010 sports, including capture the flag, soccer, basketball, and much
more. Each day ends with game play! Join our great coaches and
Full Day: 9:00am-3:00pm Fee (res/non): $299/$309
have a ball! Please bring water, snacks (nut-allergy friendly please),
Class Age Jun 24-28 Jul 29-Aug 2 Aug 12-16 and sunscreen. $7 instructor fee due first day of class.
U6-Fussball Academy 5-6 yrs 20850 20852 20854
CORE PROGRAM
Classic Skill Camp 7-9 yrs 20001 20003 20005
Advanced Player’s Camp 10-13 yrs 20007 20009 20011 Location: James Kenney Community Center Min/Max: 10/50
Code Age Date Day Time Meet Fee
20201 5-12 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm 5x $139
Super Soccer Stars: Fun In The Sun | AGES 3-5 20202 6-12 Aug 12-16 M-F 9:00am-3:00pm 5x $189
Fun in the Sun camp is 2 hours of outdoor soccer fun and activities 20203 5-12 Aug 19-23 M-F 9:00am-12:30pm 5x $139
for children ages 3 to 5. A typical camp day includes warm-ups and 20204 6-12 Aug 19-23 M-F 9:00am-3:00pm 5x $189
stretching, skill building and skill development activities, scrim-
PM EXTENDED CARE
mages and small sided games, and the big game where the kids get
to play both each other, and then challenge their coaches! Fun in the Code Date Day Time Fee
20059 Aug 12-16 M-F 3:00pm-5:00pm $100
Sun camp is a great way for your child to develop soccer skills and
20060 Aug 19-23 M-F 3:00pm-5:00pm $100
teamwork while spending time outside!
Location: James Kenney Park, 1720 8th Street Min/Max: 4/20
Code Date Day Time Meet Fee (res/non)
20041 Jul 22-26 M 9:30am-11:30am 5x $175/185
20043 Aug 5-9 M 9:30am-11:30am 5x $175/185
16 City of Berkeley | Summer 2019Drop In Activities | Volunteer Opportunities
James Kenney Community Center
DROP-IN ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES AGES FEE MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT
Weight Room* 18+ Free 5:00–9:00pm 5:00–9:00pm 5:00–9:00pm
Volleyball 18+ $5 6:00–9:00pm
Basketball 18+ Free 7:30-9:00pm 6:00–9:00pm
Teen Basketball 11-17 Free 6:00–7:00pm
Teen Weight Rm 11-17 Free 5:00–8:00pm
Teen Night 11-17 Free 5:00-8:00pm
Table Tennis ALL AGES $5 Youth/$8 Adult 6:15-10:00pm 7:00–9:00pm
Family Open Gym ALL AGES Free 6:00–7:30pm
Frances Albrier Community Center
ACTIVITIES AGES FEE MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT
Computer Lab ALL AGES FREE 6:00–9:00pm 6:00–9:00pm 6:00–9:00pm 6:00–9:00pm 6:00–9:00pm
MLK Jr. Youth Services Center
ACTIVITIES AGES FEE MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT
Adult Basketball 18+ FREE 7:00-10:00pm
Teen Night 11-17 FREE 5:00-9:00pm
Boxing 9+ $5/drop-in 3:30-6:45pm 3:30-6:45pm 3:30-6:45pm
*Parent/Guardian permission form required for Weight Room users ages 12-17.
*No programs on May 20, May 27, and Jul 4.
Volunteer at
these
upcoming
events!
May 11
Kids Triathlon
981-5105
Recurring Volunteer Opportunities
Rose Garden
June 1 Every Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Bill & Celina Rose 3-on-3 Tournament Meet at the Rose Garden for a weekly ongoing volunteer work
981-6674 opportunity dead-heading roses and hand weeding during the
growing season. 981-6660
Jun 7-9 Shoreline Cleanups
Echo Lake Work Weekend Third Saturday of every month. Call to let us know you’re
981-5140 interested. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Meet
in the Shorebird Park classroom. 981-6720.
Community All Crew Day
More event details on page 4 -5 or at Propose a landscape/maintenance work project in your
www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation neighborhood that can be accomplished in one day. 981-6660
Tel: 510.981.5150 | Email: recreation@cityofberkeley.info | Website: www.cityofberkeley.info/recreation 17Therapeutic Recreation Program
About Us
The City of Berkeley Therapeutic Recreation Program provides while participating in fun and exciting daily activities. Please
support for community members of all abilities to actively partic- also check out our NEW programs listed on this page for even
ipate in quality recreation programs. We offer Inclusive Services, more opportunities for youth and adults with special needs.
which support youth with special needs, ages 5-12 (in summer) In order to best serve our program participants, an intake is
and grades K-5 (in school year) at James Kenney Community required prior to participation in the program. For more infor-
Center. Youth have the opportunity to enhance social, physical mation regarding the Therapeutic Recreation Program or to
and behavioral skills in groups with their same-aged peers, schedule an intake, please call 981-6656.
Explorers Camp | AGES 5-12
Calling all Explorers! Prepare for a summer full of
adventure! Enter into a world of imagination and
exploration as we learn about things like science, nature,
animals and cooking. Throughout the summer, we will take AGES
18+
adventurous field trips, creating imaginative art, attending
community events, and participating in fun and active
sports and game challenges. To beat the heat, we will walk
once a week to West Campus pool to enjoy an afternoon of
The Hangout Hub is a program LOCATION:
swimming and water splashing fun. Scholarships available
for qualified Berkeley residents. Major field trips require for adults 18+ with varying abilities to FRANCES ALBRIER
additional fees. socialize amongst peers in an engaging AUDITORIUM
The Therapeutic Recreation programs provides inclusive and interactive environment. Join us
services to youth with special needs, ages 5-12, in the for a different fun and exciting theme/ FRIDAY, MAY 10
James Kenney Explorers Camp. An intake is required, prior activity each month. Participants are Intro to Clay Sculpting
to registration, for the Therapeutic Recreation Program. encouraged to eat dinner prior to 6:30pm–9:00pm
For more information or to schedule an intake, please call Code: #19762
attending as only light refreshments will
981-6656. $5 (res)/$10 (non)
be served. This is a great opportunity to
For session dates and themes, please see page 7. Must register
meet new friends and socialize with old
through TR program office. FRIDAY, JUNE 7
friends. We welcome adults of all ability Sports Night
levels, but no 1:1 staff assistance 6:30pm–9:00pm
TR Internship and Field Work is available. (Aides are welcome.) Code: #19763
Opportunities Register online or at the Recreation Hub $5 (res)/$10 (non)
We offer an educational learning experience through an office. Participants must have a liability
internship with the Therapeutic Recreation Program. Under release and Emergency Information
the supervision of certified and qualified staff, students are Card on file or completed online.
given the opportunity to gain experience in planning, coordi-
nating, facilitating, documenting and evaluating programs in Call (510) 981-6656 for more information
a wide variety of areas.
Therapeutic Recreation Internships through the Recreation
Division must be a minimum of 15 weeks (600 hours) to
qualify for specific certifications. Other general recreation Do you have a special
opportunities may exist. Please contact Recreation Supervi- skill you’d like to share
sor for more information. with others in the
Berkeley community?
To apply, please submit the following:
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers for
• A cover letter, outlining your experience and why the Therapeutic Recreation Program. Volunteers
you’d like to complete your internship in a can help in a variety of ways, including teaching
community setting a class, assisting participants in afterschool
• A detailed resume or summer programs, or working with our
Send all inquiries to: program staff on community outreach. For more
Kim LeMay, RTC, CTRS information, contact Akil Danjuma, Assistant
Recreation Coordinator, at 981-6656 or
Recreation Program Supervisor
adanjuma@cityofberkeley.info.
klemay@cityofberkeley.info
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